{"id":12854,"date":"2026-05-19T14:45:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-19T09:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.propertystellar.com\/blog\/?p=12854"},"modified":"2026-05-19T15:34:39","modified_gmt":"2026-05-19T10:04:39","slug":"emaar-takes-full-control-of-damascus-eighth-gate-development","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.propertystellar.com\/blog\/emaar-takes-full-control-of-damascus-eighth-gate-development\/","title":{"rendered":"Emaar Strengthens Syria Commitment with Full Control of Damascus\u2019 Eighth Gate Project"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Emaar Properties has announced its transition to sole ownership and operation of the landmark Eighth Gate development in Damascus, reinforcing its long-term confidence in Syria\u2019s future growth and urban development potential. The mixed-use project is designed to bring world-class residential, retail, hospitality, and commercial experiences to the region while reflecting Emaar\u2019s globally recognised development standards.<\/p>\n<h3>Key Highlights<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Emaar Properties announced its exit from the joint venture structure for The Eighth Gate project<\/li>\n<li>The company will now independently lead the development in Damascus, Syria<\/li>\n<li>The Eighth Gate is a mixed-use master-planned community located in Yafour, Damascus<\/li>\n<li>The project is valued at approximately $500 million<\/li>\n<li>The development spans around 300,000 square metres<\/li>\n<li>The project was originally conceived in 2005 as Syria\u2019s first master-planned community<\/li>\n<li>The Eighth Gate includes residential, retail, hospitality, and commercial components<\/li>\n<li>The development is located approximately 22 kilometres from central Damascus<\/li>\n<li>Emaar stated that the transition reflects confidence in Syria\u2019s future growth potential<\/li>\n<li>Mohamed Alabbar highlighted Emaar\u2019s long-term belief in Syria and its people<\/li>\n<li>The project is expected to follow the same design philosophy as Downtown Dubai and Dubai Hills Estate<\/li>\n<li>Emaar aims to deliver the development with internationally recognised quality standards<\/li>\n<li>The Eighth Gate name pays tribute to Damascus\u2019 historic seven ancient gates<\/li>\n<li>The project is designed to combine modern urban living with Syrian cultural heritage<\/li>\n<li>Emaar continues strengthening its regional development footprint across the Middle East<\/li>\n<li>Damascus remains one of the region\u2019s historically significant cities<\/li>\n<li>The development is expected to contribute to future commercial and residential growth in Syria<\/li>\n<li>The project reflects increasing regional interest in long-term urban investment opportunities<\/li>\n<li>Emaar continues expanding its portfolio of large-scale master-planned communities<\/li>\n<li>The UAE and Syria continue strengthening cultural and development cooperation initiatives<\/li>\n<li>The UAE recently announced support for restoration efforts at the historic Umayyad Mosque in Damascus<\/li>\n<li>Infrastructure and real estate developments continue supporting future growth opportunities in the region<\/li>\n<li>The Eighth Gate aims to create a modern lifestyle destination inspired by regional heritage<\/li>\n<li>Emaar\u2019s continued expansion highlights confidence in strategic regional development projects<\/li>\n<li>The project reinforces the importance of integrated communities in future urban planning strategies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Emaar Properties has announced its transition to sole ownership and operation of the landmark Eighth Gate development in Damascus, reinforcing its long-term confidence in Syria\u2019s future growth and urban development potential. 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